MercadoLibre (MELI) Revenue Grows 49% Yet Faces Challenges in 2023

Published on 7/5/2026 · Source: finance.yahoo.com

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MercadoLibre (MELI) saw a revenue increase of 49% year-over-year in fiscal 2026 Q1, despite a decline in operating margins due to significant investments in logistics. The company's credit portfolio reached $14.6 billion, an 87% increase year-over-year, and assets under management grew by 77% to $20 billion. In contrast, Walmart (WMT) reported a 7% rise in revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2027 and a robust 37% growth in its global advertising business, but negative free cash flow of $1.9 billion. Investors are weighing the potential of each stock amid broader market concerns, including tariffs and inflation.

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